Export – Import

This section focuses on Vietnam’s export and import activities, including trade balances, key export commodities, import trends, and market developments with major trading partners.

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for January 7, 2016

    ByVN Industry and Trade Bulletin

    A. GENERAL ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS 1. WB Forecast: Modest Global Growth in 2016 In its Global Economic Prospects report released on January 6, the World Bank forecasts the global economy will grow by a modest 2.9% in 2016, a slight improvement from 2.4% in 2015 . The modest growth is attributed to a slowdown in major emerging economies like China (forecast at 6.7%) and Brazil . However, the WB notes that strong growth in Vietnam and…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for January 6, 2016

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    A. GENERAL ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS 1. Vietnam Among Top 10 Fastest Growing Economies in 2016 According to The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), Vietnam is projected to be one of the top 10 fastest-growing economies in the world in 2016, with GDP growth forecast at approximately 7% . While global GDP is expected to grow by only 2.7%, Vietnam stands out in the region alongside Laos and Cambodia, driven by rising private consumption and a recovering tourism…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for January 5, 2016

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    A. GENERAL ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS 1. 2016 Economic Outlook: Inflation and Exchange Rates The National Financial Supervisory Commission (NFSC) forecasts that core inflation in 2016 will be around 3%, with headline inflation likely lower at 2-3%, leaving room for price adjustments in public services. However, exchange rates and interest rates will face significant pressure. The trade deficit is projected to rise to approximately $4 billion as investment demand drives machinery imports. 2. BOT Toll Fees: Ministry…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for JANUARY 04, 2016

    ByVN Industry and Trade Bulletin

    A. POSITIVE NEWS 1. Record FDI Attraction: Four “Billion-Dollar” Projects in 2015 According to the Foreign Investment Agency, total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2015 reached nearly 23 billion USD, an increase of 12.5% compared to 2014. This marks the first time in seven years since the 2008 record that Vietnam has attracted such a large volume of FDI. 2. Trade Surplus with the US Reaches $25.5 Billion While Vietnam faced significant trade deficits…